Yard and Warehouse Supervisor

Noble Recruiting Ltd.; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected supplier in the construction sector in Southend-on-Sea is seeking a Yard & Warehouse Supervisor. The successful candidate will supervise staff, manage stock control, and ensure excellent customer service. This permanent, full-time role requires at least two years of supervisory experience in a warehouse environment, alongside relevant forklift certifications. Join a dynamic team and enjoy varied daily tasks.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ supervisory experience in a warehouse/yard environment.
• Background in timber, construction, or building materials distribution essential.
• Valid Counterbalance or Combi Forklift Truck certification required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead warehouse and yard staff.
• Manage goods in/out, stock control.
• Support trade counter activity and liaise with customers.

Skills

Leadership

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Tools

Counterbalance Forklift

Combi Forklift

Job description

Yard & Warehouse Supervisor

Location: Southend-on-Sea, Essex
Salary: £33,000 – £36,500 per annum
Job Type: Permanent, Full-time
Monday to Friday: 7:00 am – 5:00 pm (Alternate Saturday mornings (March–November): 7:30 am – 12:30 pm)

Noble Recruiting are working with a leading supplier in the timber, construction, and building materials sector who is looking for an experienced Yard & Warehouse Supervisor to join their busy team in Southend-on-Sea.

This is a permanent position from the outset, ideal for someone with supervisory experience in a trade distribution environment who is confident m

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead warehouse and yard staff, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations
• Manage goods in/out, stock control, and loading/unloading of deliveries
• Support trade counter activity and liaise with customers to provide excellent service
• Plan daily workloads, ensuring tasks are allocated effectively
• Carry out people management duties, including appraisals, training, and performance reviews
• Operate forklifts (Counterbalance/Combi) where required
• Maintain high standards of health, safety, and site housekeeping
• Assist with stock checks and accurate record-keeping

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum 2 years’ supervisory experience in a warehouse/yard environment
• Background in timber, construction, or building materials distribution (essential)
• Valid Counterbalance or Combi Forklift Truck certification (in-date)
• Strong leadership, organisational and communication skills
• Physically fit and comfortable with manual handling/heavy lifting
• Able to work in all weather conditions and on your feet throughout the day
• Reliable, adaptable, and capable of working both independently and as part of a team

This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and respected business, taking on a hands-on leadership role where no two days are the same.